Even a quick and cursory look at the construction industry spanning the country underscores a couple of immediately notable points. Here’s one: The realm is manifestly complex. And here’s the other: Conflict is a given, with contractual challenges and other disputes...
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What is the process of a surety investigation?
Every time they begin a project, contractors know that they could face a number of unexpected variables that impact their ability to work. Whether they face delays or other concerns under the contract, the owner might claim the contractor is in default. If the obligee...
What are consequential and liquidated damages?
Construction projects often look like a hive of activity. Architects are reading blueprints, cement contractors pouring the foundation and trucks delivering materials are all working toward completing the project. These specialized roles are controlled by construction...
When concern emerges re construction bid disqualifications
The construction industry in New York and nationally is an always vibrant and muscular realm. Companies that prosper in the singular work sphere do so because they smartly recognize opportunities and pursue them with passion and commitment. Spotlighting the government...
How mechanics liens can help leverage delinquent payments
In construction, there are few things more frustrating than having to fight for the money that you’re owed on a job. A mechanics lien is an effective method of providing leverage for a contractor, subcontractor or construction company to receive payment for...
Three common reasons for change order disputes
When you put your construction project into the hands of a contractor, you expect them to carry out your vision. Unfortunately, the reality of construction does not always fit the initial vision for the project. For this reason, change orders are powerful tools for...